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A word about: A Fresh Fold in the Map of the Haunted Parade 

Sarah B. Royal’s poems are mesmerizing—they carry an atmosphere both eerie and introspective, unraveling layers of memory, loss, and the haunting of time. The imagery is rich and immersive, from “apparitions thread through crooked streets” to “phantom brass and spectral tambourine.” These vivid details feel almost cinematic, as if the reader is stepping into a ghostly procession through forgotten realms.

The repeated theme of folds and creases in the map is especially poignant, symbolizing the complexity of human experiences—each turn or wrinkle revealing truths that define our journey. The interplay of past and present, longing and resilience, shines through in the way she navigates “silent crossroads” and “lost souls.”

Her closing lines—”the world’s worn fabric frays with age, yet each folded secret charts our pilgrimage”—leave an impression of hope and perseverance in the face of time’s inexorable march.

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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